Daylight Saving Time in Mexico
🇲🇽 2026
Currently on standard time
Observes DST
Yes
DST Starts
April
DST Ends
October
About DST in Mexico
Most of Mexico observes DST from the first Sunday in April to the last Sunday in October. Sonora and Quintana Roo do not observe DST. The northern border municipalities follow the US DST schedule since 2022.
Regions Affected
Most of Mexico (except Sonora, Quintana Roo)
Timezones in Mexico
FAQ
Does Mexico use daylight saving time?
Yes, Mexico observes DST from April to October.
When do clocks change in Mexico?
Clocks go forward 1 hour in April and back 1 hour in October.
Which parts of Mexico don't observe DST?
Most of Mexico (except Sonora, Quintana Roo).